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The IIA’s (Institute of Internal Auditors) premier quality Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®) exam preparation solution

CIA Certification Program

The IIA’s CIA® Learning SystemTM
The IIA’s CIA Learning System is a comprehensive professional development and Certified Internal Auditor® (CIA®)  exam preparation program.  It combines printed materials, Web-based tests and resources, and optional live instruction to teach the entire global CIA body of knowledge.  This program offers premier quality training that meets the unique demands of internal audit professionals, employers and instructors.

In 2009, the IIA made significant investments in the Learning System to raise the quality even higher.  These product upgrades were guided by customer feedback and satisfaction rates, student scores, pass rates, and our team of subject matter experts.  This 2009 version features text and questions that are aligned with the 2009 International Professional Practices Framework (PPR), addtional content to support the most difficult topics, 600+ more online practice questions, and an online CIA exam emulation.

These instructor-led review courses will be delivered in four parts.

CIA Learning System Overview

The institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association with global headquarters in Altamonte Springs, Fla., USA.  The IIA is the internal audit profession’s global voice, recognized authority, acknoledged leader, chief advocate, and principal educator.  Members work in internal auditing, risk management, governance, internal control, information technology audit, education, and security.

Prerequisites
Participants should hold a Bachelor’s degree.  Those who do not have professional experience in internal auditing will be required to possess work experience in field for 24 months prior to completing certification.  More information can be found at https://www.theiia.org/certification/certified-internal-auditor

Course Components

The IIA CIA  body of knowledge is made up of the following four parts:

Part One – The internal Audit Activity’s Role in Governance, Risk, and Control

  • Comply with The IIA’s Attribute Standards
  • Risk and control knowledge elements
  • Establish a risk-based plan to determine the priorities of the internal audit activity
  • Plan engagements
  • The nature of internal audit work in risk management, control and governance

Part Two – Conducting the Internal Audit Engagement

  • Conduct engagements
  • Conduct specific engagements
  • Monitor engagement outcomes
  • Fraud knowledge elements
  • Engagement tools

Part Three – Business Analysis and Information Technology

  • Business process
  • Financial accounting and finance
  • Managerial accounting
  • Regulatory, legal, and economics
  • Information technology

Part Four – Business Management Skills

  • Strategic management
  • Global business environments
  • Organizational behavior
  • Management skills
  • Negotiating

CIA Learning System Benefits

  • Qualified instructors offer comprehensive CIA preparation.
  • A peer network is developed while you learn in a group environment.
  • Participant materials include:.
    • The print materials correspond to the four parts of the CIA exam.
    • The interactive Software includes pre-tests that identify which topics require intensive study; quick and extended section-specific quizzes that measure comprehension and ability to apply concepts; post-tests that guage knowledge gained and identify areas requiring further study; a CIA practice exam to build experience and confidence for exam-day; eFlashcards and glossary offer review of key terms and definitions; a progress report that tracks activities and scores and an Online Resource Center that provides additional references and feedback opportunities.

Who Can Benefit From the CIA Learning Systems?

  • Candidates preparing for IIA’s CIA examination
  • Internal Auditors seeking professional development.
  • Audit Managers wishing to train their staff.
  • Risk Managers and staff
  • Students enrolled in accounting, business or financial degree programs

Course Schedule

Session 1:

 

The Internal Audit Activity’s Role Session 2: Conducting the Internal Audit Engagement
Course #: 0112CIA1 Course #: 0212CIA2
Instructor: Rhonda Travers, CIA Instructor: Rhonda Travers, CIA
Dates: 01/28/12 Dates: 02/25/12
Times: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30p.m. Times: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fees: $420 for non-IIA members Fees: $420 for non-IIA members
$395 for IIA members $395 for IIA members
Location: TBA Location: TBA
Session 3: Business Analysis & Information Technology Session 4: Business Management Skills
Course #: 0312CIA3 Course #: 0412CIA4
Instructor: T. J. Hoeferlin Instructor: T.J. Hoeferlin
Dates: 03/24/12 & 03/31/12 Dates: 04/28/12
Times: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30p.m. Times: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fees: $840 for non-IIA members Fees: $420 for non-IIA members
$790 for IIA members $395 for IIA members
Location: TBA Location: TBA

Course fees include in-class instruction and study materials (Content includes the entire global CIA exam syllabus and is aligned with the 2009 IPPF) and interactive software.

If you sign up for all four parts, IIA non-members will pay $2,000 and IIA members will pay $1,875.

Please note: Course fees are separate from IIA examination fees.

Course content reflects the general body of knowledge tested by The IIA CAI examination.  Although The IIA recommends using The IIA CIA Learning System course as a tool for study of the CIA body of knowledge, this course of study can in no way guarantee or ensure an individual’s success on The IIA CIA certification exams.

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Medical Terminology, Record Coding and Billing

Professional Development photoToday, healthcare providers are required to submit their bills to government and third-party payors who require extensive detail about diagnostic and treatment procedures. Trained billing personnel provide the correct combination of codes in the right format so that bills meet legal requirements and result in proper payment.

Become a valued member of the healthcare team by learning how to file medical claims and submit them to third-party payors for reimbursement. Learn coding and billing practices that comply with federal regulations.

Acquire health care skills of understanding and coding medical diagnosis and procedures and prepare for the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) examination of the American Academy of Professional Coders.

Medical Record Coding

This course has been designed specifically for the purpose of preparing the student to take the AAPC or AHIMA national exams.

A 17-week course

Course: 0112MEDCO
Instructor: Anita Reger
Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Fee: $845 + books
Location: TBA


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